Hearst Castle Pictures – Unusual and detailed photos of this California palace
Hearst Castle Pictures – Not your usual images: some interesting and detailed photos of this beautiful Central Coast palace
Attractions
Traveling Highway 101 – A road trip through Central California
Traveling Highway 101 is the most common route through Central California from north or south. A guide to the sights and cities along the way.
The Highway 46 scenic drive – from Paso Robles to the coast – great sunset drive
The Highway 46 scenic drive, from the 101 to Highway 1 is one of the prettiest drives in California and an easy one as well – great place for a sunset
Horseback Riding California
Since the days of the Spanish missions, horseback riding california style has been at the center of the culture. Find all the places you can ride here in Central California.
How to Drive Backroads – Enjoy the scenery, have fun and be safe
How to drive backroads – driving rural or back roads requires slightly different driving strategies. These tips will help you be safe and enjoy the drive.
Garrapata Beach On The Big Sur Coast
Garrapata Beach on the Big Sur coast is great for walking, hiking, watching marine mammals and especially photography. All the details here.
Gilroy Gardens – A unique family horticultural theme park
Gilroy Gardens – A beautiful and relaxing family horticultural theme park in the midst of Central California agriculture. A previous Photo of the Week selection.
The Green flash at sunset – it DOES exist
The green flash really does exist and can be seen, if you’re lucky, when viewing a beach sunset.
Harmony Headlands State Park – A Central California hidden treasure
Harmony Headlands State Park – A hidden treasure on the Central Coast – how to find this unspoiled gem and what to expect there
The Dana Adobe in Nipomo – a view into California’s Mexican history
The Dana Adobe – recently restored, this historic home in San Luis Obispo County is a glimpse into the Mexican era of California’s history.
